CVE-2026-56936

MEDIUMCVSS 6.8/10

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CVE-2026-56936 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In wacom_hid_set_device_mode of wacom_sys.c, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to physical escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed.

Description

In wacom_hid_set_device_mode of wacom_sys.c, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to physical escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

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Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.

VendorProductVersions
GoogleAndroidAndroid kernel

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Timeline

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Status
Awaiting Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-56936?
In wacom_hid_set_device_mode of wacom_sys.c, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to physical escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
How severe is CVE-2026-56936?
CVE-2026-56936 has a CVSS score of 6.8/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-56936?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST